Graduation
Graduation ceremonies are a unique and exciting experience that you should embrace as part of your study journey. It’s a wonderful way for your achievements to be recognised with your closest friends and family who have supported you along the way.
All students attending graduation will receive an award commemorating their achievements. These awards provided are only available to attendees who attend the graduation ceremonies.Â
Ceremony Details
Queensland 2024
Dates for the QLD 2024 graduation have not yet been finalised. Additional details will be added to this page as soon as this information becomes available
Who
Students who have completed a Cert III, Cert IV or Diploma qualification between 2 October 2023 and 30 September 2024
Date
Monday 4 November 2024
Where
QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane, QLD
Time
6pm to 8pm (Graduates to arrive at 5:00pm)
Further details will be provided in the email invitation
Cost
Diploma graduates $40. All other graduates $20
Registrations close
Must register and pay before Sunday 6 October 2024 (no late registrations will be accepted)
Western Australia 2024
Dates for the WA 2024 graduation have not yet been finalised. Additional details will be added to this page as soon as this information becomes available
Who
Students who have completed a Cert III, Cert IV or Diploma qualification between 2 October 2023 and 30 September 2024
When
Thursday 7 November 2024
The ceremony commences at 6:00pm and will conclude by 8:00pm.
Graduates need to arrive by 5:30pm to be seated and briefed on the proceedings for the night. Further details are provided in the email invitation.
Where
Gary Holland Community Centre, Rockingham, WA
Cost
Diploma graduates $30. All other graduates $15
Registrations close
Must register and pay before Sunday 6 October 2024 (no late registrations will be accepted)
South Australia 2023
Dates for the SA 2024 graduation have not yet been finalised. Additional details will be added to this page as soon as this information becomes available
Who
Students who have completed a Cert III, Cert IV or Diploma qualification between 2 October 2023 and 30 September 2024
 When
Thursday 7 November 2023
The ceremony commences at 5:30pm and will conclude by 7:00pm.
Graduates need to arrive no earlier than 5:00pm. Further details are provided in the email invitation.
Cost
Diploma graduates $30. All other graduates $15
Where
Northern Sound System – 73 Elizabeth Way, Elizabeth, SA
 Registrations close
Must register and pay before 6 October 2024 (no late registrations will be accepted)
Student tickets
Students who are eligible to attend graduation will be sent an email invitation approximately 2 months before graduation. If you have not received an invitation but believe you are eligible to attend please contact us before registrations close.
Students must register before registrations close by using the correct online form which will be sent in the email invitation. Students who register by any other means such as a phone call, contacting a trainer or sending an email will not be admitted.
No late registrations can be accepted as this time is needed to prepare the awards for the ceremony.
The process for purchasing guest tickets will vary depending on the ceremony. Please refer to guest ticketing on this page for more information.Â
What to expect
This is an exciting and formal event to celebrate your achievements and to wish our graduates well as they pursue further study and career goals. Each attending graduate will receive a limited edition award to recognise their achievements. A professional photographer will also be there to capture your special moment and all photos will be available as a free download.
The limited edition awards presented on the night are only available to those who attend graduation.
What to wear
Diploma students
Diploma students will be robed in a black gown, hood and motarboard and donned with an Orange sash.
We recommend wearing smart casual attire and comfortable shoes. You may be required to walk up and down some stairs as part of being presented with your award.
The hire and cleaning cost of the gown is included in your graduation ceremony fee.
Students will collect their academic attire upon arrival at the venue and will return them at the conclusion of the ceremony.
Certificate III and IV students
Students who completed a Certificate level III or IV will be presented with their award in their own attire. The dress code for the night is smart casual.
We recommend wearing smart casual attire and suitable shoes. You may be required to walk up a small flight of stairs as part of being presented with your award so please bear that in mind with your shoe selection.
Guest Tickets
The process and cost for guest tickets will vary depending on the location of the ceremony that you attend.
Queensland
This information is not yet available
Tickets for friends and family wanting to attend graduation can only be purchased through QPAC.
Bookings for QPAC will open by or before October 2023.
Western Australia
This information is not yet available
Students will receive instructions on how to purchase tickets for their friends and family along with their invitation.Â
South Australia
This information is not yet available
Students will receive instructions on how to purchase tickets for their friends and family along with their invitation.Â